Replacing the cabin filter in Renault Logan

Timely replacement of the cabin filter for Renault Logan is one of the duties assigned to the driver. This is due to the fact that a high-quality serviceable air filter will protect the interior from 90-95% of external pollution. However, deterioration of the material will not only reduce its cleaning ability, but also lead to the appearance of a dangerous fungus.

Where is the Renault Logan filter

Since 2014, Renault cars have been assembled in Russia. In 90% of cases, Russian manufacturers of Renault Logan do not provide for the installation of an air filter in the base cabin. This place often has a plug in the form of a plastic cover. It is not possible to detect it with the naked eye, but it is not difficult to check for its presence on your own.

Location information can be found in the vehicle's owner's manual.

The location of the cabin air filter is the same for all cars: both the first generation, produced since 2007, and the second.

The only difference between the elements of Renault Logan and Renault Logan 2 is the shape of the plug. Until 2011, there was no regular cabin filter, consumables were part of the filter cartridge. At the second stage, casting began along with the body of the stove.

According to design solutions, the element is installed on the front panel behind the partition of the engine compartment. Access to it is easiest through the passenger seat, into the legroom. If the car was originally equipped with a unit, an accordion-shaped air filter will be located in its place. If not, a plastic plug with a special hole for self-installation.

How to determine the need for replacement and how often it should be carried out

According to the Renault Logan operating instructions (1 and 2 phases), it must be updated every 30 thousand kilometers. However, repair technicians recommend replacement at every maintenance. Along with the modernization of the wiper element, it is also desirable to fill in engine oil.

According to the Renault regulations, a check is carried out every 15 thousand kilometers. In conditions of increased pollution (dust, dirt on the roads), the frequency can be reduced to 10 thousand kilometers (once every six months). This is especially true for Russia in densely populated megacities and on rural roads.

Signs that will determine the need to update the filter:

1. It smells bad. It is caused by accumulated slag that has entered the car from the outside.
2. Dust from air ducts. Instead of clean air, small particles of dust, dirt and sand enter the cabin when the ventilation is on.
3. Violation of ventilation. More unpleasant for owners is the appearance of this factor: warming up the car in summer, malfunctioning of the stove in summer in winter. As a result, an excessive load on ventilation will adversely affect the performance of the resource.
4. Foggy glasses. Significant contamination of the components may cause the windows to fog up. Insufficient air flow cannot blow the windows sufficiently.

Rules for choosing a new filter

The first rule of choice is to focus primarily on the quality of the material, and not on its low price. The average cost of the filter does not exceed a thousand rubles - an "expendable" upgrade is available to everyone. The original cleaning products for Renault Logan of the first and second generation have the code 7701062227. Of course, such a component is of good quality, but the relatively high cost of the element disgusts drivers. Therefore, the originals are not so popular among consumables.

An alternative is the transition to analogs of cabin filters, which, among other things, are also suitable for Logan. They are classified according to the following codes:

• TSP0325178C - coal (Delphi);
• TSP0325178 - dust (Delphi);
• NC2008 9 - gunpowder (manufacturer - AMC).

It is recommended to choose a material with additional impregnation with a carbon composition. Its price is slightly higher, but the anti-pollution ability is higher. Unlike conventional elements, carbon filters also fight odors. These advantages are based on the fact that coal is treated with special chemicals. In Russia, Nevsky filters are produced on the basis of coal; they are classified as "consumables" of medium quality.

The purchased cleaning element must also have a plastic cover on which it is attached. Before buying, you need to check its availability, since in the future the component will not be installed securely enough.

Replacement steps

In the event that the car was originally equipped with an air filter and you just need to replace it, follow these steps:

1. Under the glove compartment we are looking for a hole where the cabin filter is located. Carefully remove the element by breaking and pulling the plastic handle on the bottom.
2. Clear empty space. You can use a car vacuum cleaner or a simple rag. This stage is necessary so that the new resource is not subjected to faster wear.
3. Install a new filter element. Mounting is done from top to bottom. To do this, it is necessary to compress the front part on both sides and insert it into the grooves (there should be a click).

Important! After replacement, it is recommended to make sure that the elements are in good condition, whether the filter is sufficiently tightened, and whether something from the outside interferes with work. Turn on the fan at full speed and check if air is passing through the slots.

If there is no cabin filter in the package

As already noted, in most cases of the Russian assembly of Renault Logan, only a plastic plug is provided instead of a standard filter. At the back there is a hole directly for self-positioning of the element. Therefore, the installation includes the following steps:

1. Cut off the plastic cap. Walk along the contour with a knife or scalpel so as not to touch the internal components of the ventilation system. Measuring tools can also be used for cutting accuracy.
2. After removing the stub, free space will appear. It must also be thoroughly cleaned of accumulated dirt, dust and precipitation.
3. Install the new cabin air filter in the grooves in the same way. Install first at the top, then at the bottom until you hear a click

How much does a cabin filter cost for a Renault Logan?

The price range for a new cleaning item varies from 200 to 1500 rubles. The cost depends on the manufacturer and type of product. On average it will be:

• original manufacturer (powder) - from 700 to 1300 rubles;
• analogues of powder models - from 200 to 400 rubles;
• coal - 400 rubles.

Along with original components from the French Renault Logan, the car will also be equipped with Russian-made spare parts - BIG filter, Nordfili, Nevsky. Things belong to the cheapest price range - from 150 to 450 rubles. At a similar cost, you can buy Polish versions from Flitron and English from Fram (from 290 to 350 rubles). More expensive analogues are produced in Germany - Bosch or Mann air filters cost about 700 rubles.